To promote volunteerism, foster environmental awareness, identify and support initiatives that enhance youth potential, improve the quality of life for the population, especially vulnerable groups, and introduce new tools for advancing community-driven projects
for Environmental and Publicly Beneficial Projects
Objective of the Call
Call
Applications are open to organizations from five countries: India, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan
Who Can Participate
Non-profit organizations
Civic organizations
Youth groups
Volunteer associations
*To be eligible, the organization must be officially registered in one of the following countries at least two years prior to the application submission date: Turkey, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, or Uzbekistan.
What Projects We Are Looking For
Development of digital solutions for NGOs and volunteerism, as well as for the support and advancement of environmental and community-focused initiatives
Projects that engage children and youth in volunteerism and other community service activities
Initiatives aimed at improving the environmental situation, fostering environmental culture, and engaging citizens in eco-volunteering
Projects promoting volunteerism and environmental awareness
Projects focused on animal welfare
Initiatives in the field of sports and healthy living
Projects aimed at supporting vulnerable population groups
Call Stages
1
June 15 – August 1
Application Period
2
August – October
Application Evaluation
3
November
Announcement of Winners
4
November – December
Training Program for Winners
5
December 2025 to December 2026
Financial Support for Winners
Call Stages
1
June 15 – August 1
Application Period
2
August – October
Application Evaluation
3
November
Announcement of Winners
4
November – December
Training Program for Winners
5
December 2025 to December 2026
Financial Support for Winners
How to apply?
Important!
Applications are accepted only in English.
Applications are accepted only in English.
Download the application template and attachments from the website. Fill them out in Word format.
Complete all fields in the application template and all required documents in the attachments. Print, sign, and stamp the documents with your organization’s seal.
There is no need to print or sign the application form.
There is no need to print or sign the application form.
Documents
Application forms
Application Instructions
Regulations
FAQ
The call aims to support socially beneficial and environmental initiatives, and to engage citizens and organizations in addressing important social and environmental challenges.
Non-profit organizations, volunteer groups, and youth associations officially registered in the countries where the call is open (India, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan) and working in the fields of ecology and community-focused projects are eligible to participate.
Projects can be submitted in the following categories: support for vulnerable groups, environmental awareness, animal welfare, digital solutions for volunteering, sports and healthy lifestyles, and others.
Winners receive funding for project implementation, expert consultations, and informational and media support.
To take part in the call, you need to complete the application form and submit the required documents as outlined in the guidelines. A detailed instruction is available in the "Documents" section.
You need to prepare a project description, a budget, an implementation plan, and other supporting documents. The full list of required documents is available in the "Documents" section.
Yes, an individual or organization may submit multiple projects. Each project must be unique and fall under one of the call’s categories.
No, participation in the call is free of charge.
Priority is given to projects that engage local communities, improve environmental conditions, support vulnerable groups, or offer digital solutions for public good.
Projects focused solely on construction or purchasing equipment, without additional engagement with the project’s target group, will not be considered.
Projects focused solely on construction or purchasing equipment, without additional engagement with the project’s target group, will not be considered.
Yes, partnerships are encouraged. Partner organizations must be listed in the project application, along with details on co-financing.
Projects must be implemented within 3 to 12 months after receiving funding.
Projects are evaluated by an expert panel based on criteria such as social impact, innovation, sustainability, and audience engagement.
The results will be announced in November 2025. They will be published on the call’s website and shared with participants via email.
